(www.PreserveMacForte.com) People who consume eggs can help to ward off a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), reported EmaxHealth on January 5.
While there are detractors who believe that eggs aren’t all they’re cracked up to be, others believe that eggs can be a helpful and a healthful ally in the fight against the blindness-causing eye condition.
According to the article, eggs contain lutein, a powerful carotenoid, in greater quantities than is found in many other types of produce. The article added that studies have found that absorbing lutein through egg yolk is more beneficial than is getting it through a vegetable like spinach. Lutein, according to the article, helps to promote eye health.
The article added that eggs also contain zeaxanthin, another carotenoid that helps to ward off AMD. According to the article, one particular study showed that people who consume one egg per day substantially boosted their zeaxanthin — up 38% — and lutein — up 26% — levels. Furthermore, the study showed that the two carotenoids did not elevate triglyceride and cholesterol levels.
While eating eggs can help in the fight against AMD, some might wonder how they can possibly eat boiled eggs every day. Fortunately, there are lots of different options when it comes to eggs. They’re not only for breakfast. People can enjoy them for lunch, dinner or a snack. Incorporating them into a salad complete with vegetables that are high in lutein and zeaxanthin would provide for a healthy meal that helps to keep the eyes healthy.
Studies have shown that eating the right things, while important, isn’t all that people should do if they hope to avoid an AMD diagnosis. Exercising regularly to avoid becoming obese is important. People who smoke should quit, and those who don’t smoke should maintain the status quo, since research suggests that smokers substantially increase their risks of getting AMD. In addition to these lifestyle considerations, people should also make annual visits to their eye care specialists a priority. Eye examinations will help to keep track of eye health, and early diagnosis in the event of AMD will lead to treatment early on that can slow down, if not halt, the disease’s progression.
Reference: http://www.emaxhealth.com/1275/eating-eggs-near-dozen-reasons-and-against